Angelakis Dimitris G.

Dimitris Angelakis is a Full Professor of Quantum Physics and Quantum Computing at the Technical University of Crete's School of Electrical and Computer Engineering. He also holds a Visiting Professor appointment at Singapore's Centre for Quantum Technologies. His work bridges quantum simulations with industrial applications, particularly focusing on quantum processors for high-performance computing and fundamental research in strongly correlated quantum systems. He represents Greece in the European Flagship in Quantum Technologies' Quantum Community Network and serves on Greece's National Council for Research Technology and Innovation.

• Education: PhD in Theoretical Quantum Optics (Imperial College, 2002), MSc in Atomic and Molecular Physics (University of Crete, 1998), BSc in Physics (University of Crete, 1997)

His research explores quantum simulation and computation, quantum machine learning, optimization, and industrial applications of quantum computing. The group develops hardware-efficient algorithms for NISQ devices and investigates fundamental quantum phenomena like many-body scarring and topological states. Recent work includes resource-efficient quantum circuits for nonlinear dynamics and quantum chemistry applications.

Scientific recognition includes:

• Google Quantum Innovation Award (2018)
• Greek Ministry of Defense Distinguished Young Scientist Award (2004)
• Institute of Physics UK Quantum Electronics Thesis Prize (2002)
• St Catharine’s College Cambridge Junior Research Fellowship (2001-2004)
• Valerie Myerscough PhD Prize (2000)

Prof Angelakis has mentored numerous PhD students including Chong Hian Chee, Muhammad Umer, Harvey Cao, and Jirawat Porras. His group collaborates globally with institutions like NUS Singapore, Cambridge University, and Google Quantum AI. They actively contribute to professional service through editorial roles in European Physical Journal: Quantum Technology and Advanced Quantum Technology.